Are you in a crisis?
If you’re in a crisis situation, please dial 911 to get immediate assistance.
Resources
If you are seeking more information about substance use treatment and recovery on behalf of yourself or a friend, or want to connect with other supportive services in the Greater Sudbury area, you’re in the right place.
Do you need emergency shelter?
Emergency Shelters in Ontario:
Find a shelter near you that offers the support and services you need.
Are you navigating the criminal justice system?
CMHA Justice Program:
The Canadian Mental Health Association offers a Justice Program that supports individuals with mental health and/or addiction concerns involved in the criminal justice system. The program provides a wide range of services for both adults and youth, including court navigation, connections to mental health supports, and essential community services.
Other Supportive Health Services and Programs in Greater Sudbury & Manitoulin
If you are struggling with alcohol or drug use, mental health, or other pressing concerns, these organizations can help you.
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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Have a problem with alcohol? There is a solution. A.A. has a simple program that works. It’s based on one alcoholic helping another.
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Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Group support that provides help from peers and offers an ongoing support network for addicts who wish to pursue and maintain a drug-free lifestyle.
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Addictions and Mental Health Ontario (AMHO): AMHO represents over 150 addictions and mental health organizations in Ontario, Canada. Our vision is to create the best addictions and mental health system, anywhere.
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Withdrawal Management Services - Health Sciences North: Withdrawal Management Services (WMS) is a 24 hour, 19 bed program offering detox services for males and females 16 years of age and older who are under the influence of, or in acute withdrawal from, alcohol or other substances. Mobile services are also offered.
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Mental Health and Addictions Services: We deliver community and hospital-based mental health and addictions services across the Sudbury, Manitoulin and East Algoma districts. Our dedicated staff provide a range of services including assessment, treatment, support and consultation.
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Réseau Access Network: Gay/MSM/Bi Men’s Clinic. Réseau ACCESS Network is committed to treating all people with dignity and independence while ensuring equal access to our harm reduction and health services.
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Elgin Street Mission: The Mission provides two meals a day (breakfast & supper) 365 days a year. With 100,000 meals being served yearly. We also provide clothing, showers, laundry facilities and are safe refuge in times of need.
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Connex Ontario: A free and confidential service offering support through phone, chat, text, and email for people in Ontario. It provides information about mental health, gambling, and addiction services available both within and outside their community.
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Togetherall: Mental Health Support. If you’re feeling lonely, stressed, worried or just not yourself, on Togetherall you can get support and start to feel better.
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Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA): Offers guidance, tools, and resources to address alcohol and other drug-related harms through a balanced approach that prioritizes both individual and collective well-being.
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Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA): CMHA is a nationwide organization that promotes mental health and supports people recovering from mental illness.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH): From assessment to brief interventions, inpatient programs, day hospital services, continuing care, outpatient services and family support, CAMH provides a wide range of clinical care services.
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CAMH Gambling Treatment Services: Offers specialized services for individuals whose gambling or technology use (Internet, computer, gaming, social media, or smart phone) is problematic and has led to difficulties in other parts of their lives.
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Public Health Sudbury and District: Through their programs, services, and collaborative efforts, they work to improve health and reduce social inequities in health through evidence-informed practice.
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Women for Sobriety: Offers a peer-support program tailored specifically for women overcoming substance use disorders (SUDs).
Is your friend or loved one struggling with a drinking problem?
The following resources offer important information on how to support someone struggling with substance use.
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Al-Anon/Alateen: Al-Anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem.
